Ferguson asked Scholes to play on

Scholes’ last game was the Champions League final defeat by Barcelona

Paul Scholes has revealed that Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson wanted the midfielder to prolong his playing career.

The 36-year-old, who won 10 Premier League titles with United, announced his retirement in May.

He told BBC Sport: “The manager felt I could do 15 to 20 games next season.

“Physically I was not feeling great in training or the games towards the end of the season. I came to this decision which I think is the right one.”

More to follow.